Work the Words

Language is a beautiful art that we use every day to communicate with family, friends and people that we do not even know.

When an individual decides to put words on their body permanently, it is important that those words are well thought out, and in a design that you love.

** Ink by Rodney Eckenberger of Wicked Ways

When I first started getting tattoos, I designed objects and symbols that represented a deep meaning to me, such as music related and tributes. Then, after a period where my faith was failing; in myself and in others, I inked the word "believe". Ever since, script tattoos have been one of my favorites.

Again, it is important to find a font that best represents your own personality, as well as what the words are saying. From biblical to poetic..to Disney; Words reflect what one wishes to reveal bluntly to the world.




** - Ink by Aaron Ryan of Stillhouse Tattoo and Piercing

 

** : Ink by Scott Ryan of Nadwe Zibe I



Many artists can design a font for you in the shop! It is in your best interest to bring them an idea of what you want the font to look like so that they may base the design around your desires.

Some choose ambigrams, which are fancy scripts that say a word or phrase, then read another or a the same phrase upside down.

And then there are those who ink other people's handwriting; Like Amanda for example. She is the ultimate Staind fan, who hurried to get their autographs permanent after meeting the band at a concert.

 Ink by - Shades at South Town Tattoo

Tattoos with words can be straight forward with their meaning, or leave more to the imagination. Whether in English, Spanish, Italian, French, Latin, Chinese or your own personal language of love, tattoos are forever. So, make sure that you will always stand by your ink.

** Ink by - Aaron Ryan of Stillhouse Tattoo and Piercing

For more free font ideas, check out other listed sites, and comment with links of your own recommendations!

Happy Hunting.

Font Space
Tattoo Fonts
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Addictive Fonts

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Nadwe Zibe 1 & 2

Yes, you read correctly. Nadwe Zibe Tattoos in South Bend became so popular that it made a sequel (like The Hangover). Great movie, good times.

Nadwe Zibe I has a great corner location off the Mayflower Road Exit from the US 20 bypass. It is owned by artist Ron Hoaks who has been in the business for many years.

Again, I must give credit where it is due by proudly saying that my very first tattoo was done in this shop, along with the next 3 (or 4). Sorry mom.

Scott Ryan is a tattoo artist as well as certified piercer. He does great work, and if you are uncomfortable at first, he has a way of making sure that you feel right at home.

Now that Nadwe I is remodeled, there is a back room where piercings take place. That way, if your nerves get the best of you (or you don't want your goodies to be shown to people passing by) you are in complete privacy!

Check out their website and online portfolios of all the artists, including Robin! If colorful ink is your thing, she's your girl.

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Round II, and GO:

Nadwe Zibe II is conveniently located in Niles Michigan, and provides you with more opportunities to get what you want out of your ink.

With new and upcoming artists, it is important to scope their work before committing. However, these 'kids' know what they're doing. Again, I've personally gotten a tattoo at this shop as well! Look familiar? :

Torie is an amazing artist, whom I've had the pleasure of studying with in college. We took an art class together, and she kicked my keaster. She is extremely talented and worth checking out!

Two shops, one goal... to provide quality art to those in the Michiana Area!

Happy Hunting!